EK flight on transfer from CPDLC to MEL Centre a few days ago. MEL called EK several times with no response. Finally the response comes back "Go ahead good buddy"; no call sign though. Entire content of EK transmissions non-standard and unprofessional. I wonder if anyone can guess the nationality of the pilot? It shouldnt be a surprise; they get enough **** on prune anyway.
Just taking the piss out of the most anal retentive controllers on the planet.
I didn't do it, but wish I had thought of it.
Personally, I find that US ATC is the most efficient (e.g. ORD) that I've ever experienced even with "non-standard" RT. They must be doing something right.
Now SYD... don't get me started...
